Navman’s smarter new MiVue dash cams record your parked car

Over time, dash cams have evolved from being a second pair of eyes while driving to all-in-one car security devices. Yes, they can help identify hoon drivers on the road and produce entertaining social media clips, but they’re just as handy for when your car is parked and left unattended. That’s the big focus for Navman this year, having recently launched its 2026 MiVue dash cam range in Australia.

According to the dash cam brand, 47 per cent of Australian drivers have experienced vehicle damage while away from the car. Unfortunately, not everyone is left with evidence to act upon, leaving them in the lurch when it comes to paying for repairs.

Navman’s latest range starts at $189 for the MiVue 280 Safety, all the way up to $529 for the 4K-compatible MiVue Smart True 4K Surround, the follow-up to last year’s dash cam that attempts to cover 360 degrees.

This high-end model includes an upgraded three-camera system in addition to a ‘Smart Parking Mode’. It records anything that happens while the car is parked, like a stray shopping trolley careening into the side door, keeping an eye on your ride at all times.

Even the cheaper MiVue 280 Safety supports the Smart Parking Mode when paired with Navman’s $59 hard-wiring kit, although you’d only see anything that happened to the front of the car.

Storing and saving footage should be easier with the 2026 MiVue range, too. New this year is what Navman calls an ‘Extended Recording Mode’. According to the brand, it reduces file sizes by roughly 50 per cent while retaining video resolution. As a result, you can store more hours of footage on a microSD card, likely to come in handy if you keep the dash cam running while parked.

MiVue 2026 range release date and price

Navman’s 2026 MiVue dash cams are available in Australia across various tech and automotive retailers now. Here’s how much each of the new dash cams costs:

• MiVue 280 Safety: $189
• MiVue Smart True 4K: $269
• MiVue Smart True 4K DC: $369
• MiVue Smart True 4K Surround: $529

Each of the 4K dash cams comes with the 12V hard wiring kit required to power the continuous smart parking feature. As mentioned before, the MiVue 280 Safety requires an extra purchase, but it still remains a relatively cost-effective alternative.

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